October 13, 2026 – Schreiber Foods International Inc., a direct importer and distributor of shelf-stable food items, including the popular Ambrosia® brand, recently announced the appointment of a new leadership team as part of its future-forward growth strategy. The team consists of three existing Schreiber Foods International employees: Chief Operating Officer Michael Braun, Chief Financial Officer Kalin Ivanov, and Chief Commercial Officer Emily Schreiber. They were named to a newly formed CEO Council and will co-lead the company. Outgoing CEO and Co-Founder Howard Schreiber has moved into semi-retirement but is continuing to guide the company in an advisory capacity as Chairman.
“In my 26+ years with Schreiber Foods International, the company has proven time and again that it can successfully adapt to change while honoring the principles it was founded on,” says Braun. “As we continue to grow, what will not change is our dedication to our customers, suppliers, and employees. We look forward to this new era of expansion while maintaining our reputation for high-quality products, consistent supply, dependable service, and long-term customer relationships.”
Focusing on the Future While Honoring the Company's History
As the landscape of B2B food importing and distribution continues to evolve, and as the company moves toward its 50th anniversary in 2030, its executives looked at ways to forge a long-term growth path that would accelerate progress while celebrating the company’s legacy and history.
Most recently, the company launched an enhanced website showcasing its product catalog, company values, and foodservice legacy; hired a VP of Sales, Malcolm McAlpine, an industry veteran who is focused on growing its industrial and non-commercial kitchen business; and implemented new brand messaging for its Ambrosia brand of shelf-stable foods: Ambrosia® Makes the Meal. The integrated strategy highlights Schreiber Foods International’s industry leadership position and Ambrosia’s place in foodservice pantries as a beloved, go-to brand.
"Our responsibility is not only to lead the company successfully today, but to build an organization that will thrive for decades to come. The CEO Council structure allows us to combine our strengths, invest in our people, support our customers and suppliers, and create a strong foundation for sustainable long-term growth while preserving the values that have defined Schreiber Foods International for nearly five decades,” says Ivanov.
Growing into the Next Generation
Since 1980, Schreiber Foods International has curated quality ingredients and pantry-staple foods from around the globe. The company partners with distributors to stock foodservice kitchens across the country, including award-winning restaurants, corporate cafeterias, and event venues.
"We’re an independently operated, third-generation family company. As part of that third generation, I grew up in the business, hearing distributors tell us the value of our long-term partnerships and chefs tell us they specifically seek out Ambrosia brand to create delicious meals. I am proud to carry forward the legacy my father and grandparents began 46 years ago and am deeply committed to growing it for generations to come,” says Emily Schreiber.
For more information, visit the company’s combined site: www.ambrosia-foods.com for product information, and www.schreiberfoodsinternational.com for company information.
For questions, comments, or sales inquiries, please contact Emily Schreiber, Chief Commercial Officer, at [email protected]
About Schreiber Foods International, Inc.
Schreiber Foods International, Inc. curates, imports, and distributes high-quality food brands for foodservice kitchens, including the in-demand Ambrosia® brand. Founded in New Jersey in 1980, the business-to-business company now distributes more than 250 SKUs through its distributor partners and warehouses across the country, including two wholly-owned distribution centers in California and New Jersey. An independently operated, third-generation family business, Schreiber Foods International has built a reputation for high-quality products, reliable supply, and dedicated customer service. Its imported foods are the basis for delicious meals in restaurants, cafeterias, and hospitality venues across the U.S.
To learn more about Schreiber Foods International, visit its combined site: www.ambrosia-foods.com for product information, and www.schreiberfoodsinternational.com for company information.
